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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Cristhian Bahena Rivera appears for an evidence suppression hearing at the Poweshiek County Courthouse on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 in Montezuma. Brian Powers/The Register

Judge rules to allow key evidence to be used in Mollie Tibbetts trial

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief December 23, 2019

A judge on Dec. 23 ruled that most evidence against the man accused of slaying University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts may be used in trial, rejecting defense claims that he involuntarily made incriminating...

Senator Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass. waves to the audience following a town hall event at North Central Junior High School in North Liberty on Saturday, December 21, 2019.

Elizabeth Warren calls out corruption at North Liberty town hall

Julia Shanahan, Politics Editor December 21, 2019

Dee Kaefring is a retired nurse who is considering to support Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Democratic caucus night. Kaefring said she saw the downfalls of the health-care industry firsthand, and she likes...

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UI reports death of fourth-year student, a Dance Marathon member

Aadit Tambe, Managing Digital Editor December 20, 2019

The University of Iowa on Friday announced the death of fourth-year student Kenzie Gamble, 21, a Dance Marathon member throughout her college career whose dream was to work at the UI Stead Family Children's...

Anita Hill attends the Glamour Women of the Year Awards at the Kings Theater in Brooklyn, New York on November 13, 2017. (Steven Ferdman/Sipa USA/TNS)

Anita Hill to speak at the University of Iowa in January

Sarah Watson, Managing News and Politics Editor December 20, 2019

Lawyer and activist Anita Hill will give a lecture at the University of Iowa Jan. 23 titled "From Social Movement to Social Impact: Ending Sexual Harassment." The lecture, hosted by the University Lecture...

Attendees are seen gathering together during the Impeachment Rally on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019 at the Ped Mall in downtown Iowa City. Multiple speakers from the Iowa City area shared their opinions on President Trump’s impeachment process. (Hannah Kinson/The Daily Iowan)

Finals week doesn’t keep UI students from following impeachment proceedings

Rylee Wilson, Politics Reporter December 19, 2019

In the midst of finals week, students packed the main floor of the University of Iowa’s library, some studying intently, and others chatting with friends while national lawmakers debated whether to impeach...

Kid Captain Cooper Leeman and his mother smile before the cameras in the Hawkeye football locker room at Kids Day at Kinnick on Saturday, August 10, 2019. Kids Day at Kinnick is an annual event for families to experience Iowas football stadium, while watching preseason practice and honoring this years Kid Captains.

A heart for the Hawks: Kid Captain leads the way to the Holiday bowl

Alexandra Skores, News Editor December 19, 2019

Cooper Leeman will be leading the Hawks with a heart of gold as the honorary Kid Captain when Iowa takes on Southern California on Dec. 27 for the annual Holiday Bowl. At 14-months-old, young Cooper...

Johnson county residents prepare to speak to the Board of Supervisors during a public hearing to replace the Unified Development Ordinance at the Johnson County Human Services building on Thursday, December 5, 2019.  The ordinance plans to add a formal request application for alterations of farms under forty acres. Farmers from around Johnson county gathered to voice their concerns about how the new ordinance could affect family farms.

Johnson County supervisors OK final version of Unified Development Ordinance

Julia Shanahan, Assistant Politics Editor December 19, 2019

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors passed the third and final consideration of an ordinance that would tighten farmland regulations with a 3-2 vote on Thursday and will go into effect on Jan. 15.  The...

The Iowa City Public Library is seen on Monday, September 16, 2019.

28 years of passion for the Iowa City Public Library: Maeve Clark leaves for a new opportunity

Riley Davis, News Reporter December 18, 2019

For nearly three decades, Maeve Clark has brought a passion for books and a desire to tell stories to the Iowa City community, as the adult services coordinator for the Iowa City Public Library. Now, Clark...

The Pappajohn Business Building is seen on November 12, 2018.

UI researchers find connection between loneliness and impulsive behavior

Jacob Shafer, News Reporter December 18, 2019

Researchers at the University of Iowa say people who feel lonely are more likely to engage in impulsive behaviors, such as unplanned spending or over-eating. Alice Wang, professor of marketing in the...

Iowa City Police investigating two Wednesday morning shootings

Kayli Reese, Managing News Editor December 18, 2019

UPDATE, 6:03 p.m.: Two individuals were arrested near the scene of a shooting on Westwinds Dive, according to a release from Iowa City Police. Both individuals were also charged with drug-related offenses,...

Iowa City resident Nancy Carlson speaks to the Iowa City councilors during a public comment period during consideration of an ordinance that would repeal a rental permit moritorium on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2019.

City Council defers rental moratorium vote for second time

Annie Fitzpatrick, News Reporter December 17, 2019

The Iowa City City Council voted 5-2 on Tuesday to defer the rental moratorium for a second time to its next meeting on Jan. 7, 2020, in an effort to give the community more time to give their input regarding...

Harriet B. Nembhard, Courtesy Penn State University

Harriet Nembhard named new UI dean of College of Engineering

Charles Peckman, Senior Reporter December 17, 2019

Come June 2020, Harriet Nembhard will trade in the black and orange of Oregon State University for black and gold as the new dean of the University of Iowa College of Engineering. Currently, Nembhard serves...

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